Westlake reports Q3 2026 earnings with modest profit, revenue beat and European plant closure

Westlake Corporation posted third‑quarter 2026 results showing net sales of about $2.98 billion and GAAP net income of $6 million, or $0.05 per share. Adjusted earnings were $0.45 per share and adjusted EBITDA fell to $408 million. Management announced the closure of its Cologne, Germany PVC plant as part of a European footprint optimization.

Analysts noted the earnings miss versus consensus forecasts, which could weigh on the stock in the near term. However, the company generated $220 million of free cash flow and maintains a strong balance sheet, supporting its ability to fund the restructuring.

  • 1Net sales were $2,981 million for the quarter.
  • 2GAAP net income was $6 million, or $0.05 per diluted share.
  • 3Adjusted net income was $58 million, or $0.45 per diluted share.
  • 4GAAP EBITDA was $350 million; adjusted EBITDA (excluding identified items) was $408 million.
  • 5Free cash flow from operations was $220 million.
  • 6The company announced the closure of its PVC plant in Cologne, Germany.

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